Topic: New Fuel Tank - Paint??

[kowalski]

Hi all,
I've just bought a new repro fuel tank for my 65.
As I drive this car a lot, I was wondering if I should give it a coat of satin clear paint to maintain it.
Thoughts??

[carlite65]

don't think it is needed. i would consider something like boeshield protectant if you just have to put something on it.

[ruppstang]

I agree with the Boesheild I think the clear may peal or yellow.

[midlife]

I satin cleared my new tank, and after 10 years, it held up fine.  At the time I painted it, I did not know about Boeshield T9.

[J_Speegle]

If its new it should have a protective coating/plating. I would go with the boeshield or something similar

[kowalski]

Thanks guys,
Was not sure about a coating, but seems not req'd.
Cheers

[Building 3]

I did not paint or coat my tank.  It still looks new after five years. Actually it looks perfect. Spectra was the brand.  Made in Canada.